23 courses with the subject PSY, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
PSY 212General Psychology3
An introductory course that promotes an understanding of scientific methods and application to the study of basic concepts of human behavior. Topics include motivation, sensory processes, perception, thinking, learning, personality, and social factors. This course is a prerequisite to all other courses offered by the department.
An orientation to career options in psychology at bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral level in addition to researcher in psychology and APA format. As course topics are highly relevant to their immediate and long-term success, students are strongly encouraged to take this course immediately after PSY 212 .
A comprehensive study of development from birth through senescence. Psychological, biological, intellectual, personality, and social process factors that impact development are viewed within theoretical and cultural frameworks.
An examination of personal growth and adjustment processes related to the demands of modern life. Theories, research, and real-life applications on adjustment and growth issues. Includes self-concept, stress, mental and physical health, gender and sexuality, relationships, marriage and family, work, aging, and cultural diversity.
Understanding how people experience and interact with their environment is crucial for promoting sustainability and addressing climate change. This course explores all aspects of human-environmental interactions and the role of psychology in promoting sustainability, including issues related to sea-level rise, alternative energy, health, and environmental justice.
An introduction to psychological research, including research design, descriptive and inferential statistics, and the use of computers in psychology. Statistical techniques are utilized to describe data and conduct hypothesis testing. Lab time will be used to focus on the use of software applications for data analysis.
A grade of ‘C’ or higher in PSY 212 and PSY 221 . Offered: F; S.
PSY 311Psychological Tests and Measurement3
Surveys the field of psychological tests with attention to measures of intelligence, attitude, personality, and interest. Test construction, validation, and standardization. Laboratory experiences include the administration, scoring, interpretation, and use of test results.
A grade of ‘C’ or higher in PSY 212 , PSY 221 and PSY 301 . Offered: F.
PSY 320Psychology of Social Behavior3
An introduction to the concepts, principles, theories, and research in social psychology. Social psychology is the study of how the actual, imagined, or implied presence of others affects our behavior. Topics such as attitude change, social perception, interpersonal attraction, aggression, altruism, prejudice, and group dynamics will be discussed.
Study of the basic theories underlying the structure, organization, and adjustment mechanism of personality. Examines the development of “normal” personality with an emphasis on principal factors controlling human behavior. Historical and contemporary theories are investigated.
Survey of concepts, theories and research that have contributed to the field of psychology. Historical and contemporary perspectives of diversity within psychology are examined in relation to theory, practice, social justice and social policy.
A reading and writing intensive course introducing to the methods of science in psychology. Through lecture and laboratory experiences, the development, design, interpretation, and reporting of psychological research are examined leading to an experimental research proposal to be completed in
A grade of ‘C’ or higher in PSY 212 , PSY 221 , PSY 301 and PSY 311 .
Corequisite
Commitment to read, write, think critically and apply statistical concepts. Offered: F; S; SS.
PSY 360Abnormal Psychology3
A systematic appraisal of the development of human behavior that focuses on the contribution of biological and social factors to psychopathological thinking and behavior. Includes an examination of the formation of deviancy and current diagnostic procedures. Also presents clinical cases, treatment modalities, and legal and social issues.
The study of anatomical and physiological bases of behavior. Emphasizes the function of nervous, sensory, motor, and endocrine systems in motivation, emotion, perception, and learning.
PSY 212 AND either BIOL 101 or BIOL 102 or BIOL 100 or BIOL 215 or BIOL 216 . Offered: F.
PSY 375Health Psychology3
Examines how biological, psychological, and social factors affect (1) health promotion efforts and the prevention and treatment of illness; (2) coping with stress, illness, and pain and; (3) the recovery and psychosocial adjustment of patients. Topics include lifestyle factors, health communication, and health promotion strategies.
PSY 380Psychology of Group Behavior and Inter-group Conflict3
Examines how human behavior is influenced by group membership. Application to the group influence in business, industry, politics, and education. Topics include group development and structure, group leadership and decision-making, crowd behavior and group conflict. Students can expect to participate in small group activities during the course.
Psychological and physiological aspects of drug use, abuse, and other addictions. Emphasis on the effects of major psychoactive drugs (including alcohol) on behavior, the psychological determinants of drug use, and treatment of drug abuse. Topics will also include other addictions, such as gambling.
A study of sensory input function and the processes of interpreting and evaluating sensory information. Research methodology, theories, and research are examined in a way that emphasizes the major sensory system and its relationship to human perceptual processes.
A comprehensive survey of the community as a functioning entity of the social environment with an emphasis on mental health problems, life stresses, and inter-group relations. The history, development, and current trends in community mental health. This course considers the application of psychological principles to overall community interaction.
The application of psychological principles to a variety of human problems in industry and organizations. Topics covered are personnel selection, training, and evaluation; human factors and engineering psychology; and the organizational and social context of human work.
An introduction to current counseling theories and expanded treatment practices. Provides a conceptual framework for implementing representative approaches in diverse counseling settings. Emphasizes meeting client needs by maximizing personal and academic development through the counseling process.
An investigation of the manner in which new information is acquired and retained and how this affects learning acquisition. Emphasizes research methodology, findings, and the appropriate application to human learning and thinking.
A grade of C or higher in PSY 212 , PSY 221 , PSY 301 , PSY 311 and PSY 351 . Offered: S.
PSY 480Practicum in Psychology3
Participants spend 36 hours of laboratory/field experience under the joint supervision of a field supervisor and a member of the departmental faculty. Emphasizes the application of concepts and principles from coursework to applied field experiences. Students must attend orientation sessions prior to placement as well as debriefing and evaluation sessions during and following the practicum.
Psychology major in senior year and Departmental Chair’s written consent. Offered: F, S.
PSY 490Senior Seminar in Psychology3
Explores psychological concepts and issues through research projects. Students present individual reports of findings and defend research results. This course is the capstone course for completion of the major in psychology.
PSY 221 , PSY 301 , PSY 311 , and PSY 351 and a Psychology major in senior year, and written consent of the instructor and department chair. . Offered: F; S.
Source: Elizabeth City State University's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61
